Opportunity: CR 360 PARACHUTES

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc, 1326 East International Speedway Blvd, Suite 7, DeLand Florida for 50 each CR-360 M1 Main Parachutes. This action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency's requirement is the Complete Parachute Solutions Inc. These parachutes have met the necessary testing and evaluation requirements for use within the BLM Smokejumper Program. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The estimated value of this acquisition is less than $152,500.00. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes, but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). The requirement is unrestricted and the NAICS code 314999 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action item L17PS00141. However, they must provide convincing evidence that they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by February 7, 2017 to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with Complete Parachute Solutions, Inc for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Kathy Colson at 208-387-5545 or emailed to kcolson@blm.gov.